1987 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 1987 Venturi Cabriolet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Venturi Cabriolet | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Venturi | Citroen |
| Model | Cabriolet | C5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
